As of early 2026, the ketogenic (“keto”) diet remains highly relevant—but the way people use it has evolved. Keto is no longer just a “social media weight loss challenge.” It is better understood as a strict nutrition therapy that can be powerful for certain goals (especially epilepsy, blood sugar control, and short-term weight loss), while also carrying real risks (especially for heart health in some people). In other words: keto has shifted from a fad to a tool —and like any strong tool, it works best when it’s used for the right job, on the right person, with the right supervision. Major medical sources continue to warn that some versions of keto can raise LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and may increase cardiovascular risk, even when weight loss happens. Harvard Health Publishing has repeatedly highlighted this concern, noting that a ketogenic diet can increase LDL cholesterol and that saturated fat intake is associated with heart disease risk. At the same time, the clinical conversation...
Optimal Joint Movement: How Mobility + Stability Create Smooth, Pain-Free Motion (and How Integrative Chiropractic Care Can Help)
Optimal joint movement means you can move a joint through its full, natural range of motion (ROM) smoothly, efficiently, and without pain —while still staying controlled and stable. This is often called high-quality mobility . It is not just “being flexible.” It is the combination of: Mobility: active, controlled joint motion Stability: the ability to control joint position and resist unwanted movement When mobility and stability are balanced, your body can move well for daily life and sports. When that balance is disrupted—by injury, pain, poor posture, or long periods of sitting—your body often “cheats” by shifting stress into other joints. Over time, these compensations can lead to stiffness, overload, and a higher risk of reinjury. What “Range of Motion” Really Means (and Why It Matters) Range of motion (ROM) is the amount a joint can move in a specific direction, measured in degrees. Clinicians often measure ROM with a goniometer , especially after injury or when movement...
